The French certainly know how to put the finishing touches on a country home. Even if it’s nowhere near the countryside! The Le Prieure in the Villeneuve-lès-Avignon region of southern France is a perfect example of this. This historic luxury hotel welcomes demanding holiday guests and foodies to this charming country home, whose roots date back as far as the 14th century. Behind a vine-clad facade you’ll find 39 elegantly furnished guest rooms with all the mod-cons. A charming garden wraps around the house and has a large, well-maintained pool. Any stay here is made absolutely unforgettable thanks to the excellent food served up in the hotel’s own restaurant by award-winning chef Fabien Fage.
5 star hotel: Relais & Châteaux through and through
It’s no surprise that the Le Prieure belongs to the prestigious Relais & Châteaux chain. You can rely on a welcoming atmosphere and the very best quality right down to the smallest of details in all of the guestrooms and shared areas. The rooms and suites in 4 categories are housed in 3 buildings from the most varied of eras. A stylish décor featuring high-quality materials is the standard that connects all rooms. Some have a contemporary design while others have a wonderfully old-fashioned style with selected antique furniture.
Gourmet hotel: Seasonal cuisine by a Michelin-starred chef
With the reputation of head chef Fabien Fage, who won his first Michelin star at the Le Prieure in 2010, it’s no surprise that this hotel attracts lots of visitors. Every one of the courses from the intricately presented menus is a true delight. And when the weather is nice it tastes all the more delicious when enjoyed in the idyllic garden. The standard menu offers international gourmet dishes that the head chef has put his very own spin on. The seasonal menu has special dishes that depend on what’s currently in season at the local markets. Wash it all down with a selection from the comprehensive collection of purely French wines, expertly advised by the trained sommelier.
Food & drink: Indulgent breakfast & gourmet restaurant
The day begins with a breakfast buffet offering a good selection and excellent quality no matter the dish. The gourmet restaurant is open during the week at lunch and dinner; at the weekend only in the evening.
Leisure & sport: Romance, tennis & golf
The Le Prieure is the perfect retreat for a romantic weekend with quiet afternoons by the pool and in the garden or a stroll through the old town of Avignon. Tennis players will find two outdoor courts on the hotel grounds. Just a few kilometers away there are two golf courses. If you like jogging then just a few hundred meters away there’s a beautiful stretch along the banks of the Rhone.
Location: Country house feel just outside Avignon
The Le Prieure is surrounded by large, wooded park grounds with an idyllic garden in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, a suburb of Avignon on the opposite banks of the Rhone. There is a direct bus connection from the hotel to the city center of Avignon 3km away. Even if you have your own car, this is actually the most straight-forward way to get into the center.
Sneak peek
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Facilities
concierge
wireless LAN
free of charge
air conditioning
parking
Garage
parking spaces, Free of charge
charging station for electric cars
terrace
laundry service
garden/outside area
sunbeds
bar
restaurant
reception
24 hour reception
room service
safe
airport shuttle
breakfast
breakfast served in room
dogs permitted
outdoor pool
open year-round
Frequently asked questions
Yes, the hotel provides free parking facilities for its guests: Parking space
The following pools are available onsite: outdoor pool
Yes, a charging station for electric cars is available to the hotel's guests.
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